NCT03320590

Impact of Nuclear Human Sperm Quality on Embryo Development

Impact of Nuclear Quality of Human Sperm on Embryonic Development Kinetics Evaluated by Time Lapse Primovision®

• Status: Unknown
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 200 (estimated)
• Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 18 Years – 37 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

To date, none study shows the impact of human spermatozoa nuclear alteration on embryonic development kinetic with morpho-kinetics tools. In this study, Investigator analyze the possible influence of sperm nuclear quality on embryonic development kinetics. Moreover, Investigator will evaluate possible new sperm biomarkers and try to better understand the pathophysiology of male infertility.

Detailed description

In recent years, there has clearly been a significant decline in male fertility in industrialized countries, particularly sperm quality. Furthermore, it is known that the quality of sperm DNA affects embryonic development and pregnancy outcomes. However, few elements are known about the effects of spermatozoa nuclear alterations on the embryonic development kinetics. Thus, the aim of this study is to analyze the possible influence of sperm nuclear quality on the embryonic development kinetics. In order to answer this question, Investigator will study the spermatozoa quality of patients whose torque is supported by ICSI. On these spermatozoa, Investigator will analyze DNA fragmentation, oxidation by measuring the 8-OHdG residues, chromatin compaction and nuclear methylation degree. This will allow to determine the spermatic nuclear parameters in relation to an ICSI fertilization rate (normal\> 60%) and a good blastocyst rate (≥ B3 in the Gardner classification). And finally, by this study, Investigator will probably find new biological markers spermatic. Moreover, the data will help to better understand the physiopathology of male infertility.

Conditions

• Spermatic Parameters
• Embryonic Kinetics

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DIAGNOSTIC_TEST	Time Lapse (material to observe embryonic development)	The embryonic kinetics are recorded by Time lapse Primovision™ (Vitrolife). These kinetic parameters are analysed and annotated by only one person with expertise in this technology.

Timeline

• Start date: 2017-01-02
• Primary completion: 2019-07-01
• Completion: 2020-01-01
• First posted: 2017-10-25
• Last updated: 2017-11-13

Locations

1 site across 1 country: France